Sources in Kadima said they were pleased that the party has joined the government, and praised Party Chairman Shaul Mofaz. "He has proved he knows how to do politics," one official said. "This was a very complex move, which ripened right under everyone's nose. No one noticed, which is a testament to boundless professionalism."

The sources claimed that the unity deal will allow the leaders to move forward on "issues that have been stuck." (Attila Somfalvi)